The Brief
- George Mark Children’s House has opened an all-abilities playground featuring wheelchair-accessible swings, a merry-go-round, and sensory elements.
- The new space allows children with disabilities to safely experience the thrill of a playground and bond with their siblings.
- The pediatric palliative care home is seeking an additional $850,000 in donations to finish the project, prioritizing vital shade structures for heat-sensitive children, an amphitheater, and an interactive laser harp.
SAN LEANDRO, Calif. – After eight years of planning, design and fundraising, George Mark Children’s House has opened an all-abilities play space, offering children with disabilities the chance to experience the simple joys of a playground.
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For 10-year-old Kayla Thomas, who has cerebral palsy, the new space means finally getting to swing. Recently, Kayla was able to ride a wheelchair-accessible swing alongside her 12-year-old sister, Londyn, with their mother close by.…